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Analog inputs:2
# of Preamps:0
# of Hi-Z Inputs: 0
Connection To Computer: PCI Card
MIDI Connection: yes
Included Software: Ableton Lite 4
Multiple Monitor Mixes:
Price: $100 US
Mac Compatible: yes
PC Compatible: yes
S/PDIF inputs: yes
AES inputs: no
ADAT Lightpipe inputs: no
The M-Audio Audiophile 2496 PCI Digital Audio Card gives you 2 analog ins and 2 outs on RCA jacks plus S/PPIF for total of 4 ins and 4 outs of high-quality I/O. Channels support 24-bit data width and any sampling rate from 8kHz to 96kHz. Compatible with all major programs running on PCs and Macs. Coaxial outputs are Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound capable, making the Audiophile perfect for digital recording, analog or digital transfers, mixing and mastering, as well as DVD and home theater applications. Connect a line-level signal from your instrument, mixer, or preamp; or plug the record outputs of your stereo receiver into the analog RCA jacks located on the PCI card. Record digital audio signals from your DAT, MiniDisc, CD, or external A/D converter via the coaxial S/PDIF input located on the break-out cable. The Audiophile 2496 comes with Ableton Lite 4 Music production software so you can start creating right out of the box!
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